BERNARD DUNNE is ready to challenge Michael Hunter for the European super-bantamweight title and, after the Dubliner’s demolition of the promising American David Martinez at the National Stadium on Saturday night, all the indicators point to a showdown in Dublin next October or November.

Bernard Dunne gradually wore down American fighter David Martinez to rack up his 21st straight pro win at the National Stadium last night.

BARON’S PIT rewarded the patience of his owners as he got up late to spring a 20-1 surprise in the Group Two totepool Diadem Stakes at Newmarket yesterday.